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Are you worried that your employer owes you money?
If your employer owes you money, and you seek to recover what you are owed, Crystal Law can help.
There are various kinds of money your employer may owe you. These include:
- Unpaid wages
- Notice pay
- Redundancy pay
- Holiday pay
- Sick pay
The most common are unpaid wages and unpaid holiday pay.
What do I need to prove that my employer owes my money?
If you’re owed wages, there are certain things that you’ll have to prove. Having the correct paperwork ready to take to your employment solicitor is the best way to jump-start your case and get you one step closer to claiming back your wages. Wage slips, timesheets and bank statements proving you didn’t receive the money will help your case immensely. If you don’t already have your payslips, you can request them from your employer. It is your legal right to a payslip and if they don’t comply, they are breaking the law.
Is there a time limit to re-cover money from my employer?
Making a request in writing may not be possible where the three-month minus one-day time limit for recovering the money through an Employment Tribunal is due to expire. The deadline for recovering wages is three months minus one day from when the money was owed. This is usually the last day that the money could have been paid to the worker legally.
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Common Reasons for Unpaid Wages
Employers may withhold payment for a variety of reasons, some intentional, and others due to misunderstanding or poor administration. Common examples include:
- Payment delays following resignation or dismissal
- Incorrect deductions or underpayment on payslips
- Failure to pay accrued holiday or notice pay
- Unpaid overtime or commission
- Employer insolvency or business closure
Regardless of the reason, you are legally entitled to be paid for the work you’ve completed. Our solicitors can determine the best route to recover your earnings and ensure your employment rights are upheld.
Why Act Quickly
Employment disputes are subject to strict time limits, and delaying action could mean losing your right to claim. It’s important to seek legal advice as soon as you suspect an issue. Our solicitors will help you gather evidence, assess your options, and submit your claim within the required deadlines to maximise your chances of success.
How Can Our Employment Solicitors Help?
Disputes over unpaid wages can be stressful and time-consuming, especially when you’re unsure of your rights. At Crystal Law Solicitors, our employment law specialists can guide you through every step of the process, from reviewing your contract and payslips to negotiating directly with your employer or representing you at an Employment Tribunal if required.
We can help you with:
- Assessing your claim: Reviewing your employment terms and evidence to confirm the amount owed.
- Negotiating settlements: Contacting your employer to pursue repayment before legal action is required.
- Filing a Tribunal claim: Preparing and submitting your case within strict time limits to protect your rights.
- Recovering additional payments: Including interest and compensation for unlawful deductions.
Our goal is to resolve your matter as efficiently as possible, ensuring you receive what you are entitled to and can move forward with confidence.